Eldon Molln
Born: June 10, 1957 in Mendota, IL
Died: November 13, 2023
Eldon Ray Molln was born June 10, 1957 in Mendota, Illinois to Elwood and Ruth (Kerchner) Molln. He passed away unexpectedly on November 13, 2023.
Services will be held Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Ohio, Illinois with Rev. officiating. Burial will follow at Van Orin Repose Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in the church. Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota is assisting the family.
He is survived by his wife Jackie of Ohio, Illinois; sons Ryan (Christy) Molln of Walnut Scott Molln Of Tiskilwa and daughter Renae (Barrett) Galloway of LaMoille. He is also survived by his mother Ruth Molln of Walnut Illinois, his sisters Linda Purvis (Kerwin Paris) of LaMoille, Doris (John) Helm of St Charles MO and brother Arlen (Gaye) Molln of Rockford, Illinois. He was a very proud grandpa to Troy and Pierce Molln and Louis Galloway. He is also is survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father Elwood Molln in 2004 and his granddaughters Lilly and Lucy Galloway in 2022.
Eldon attended LaMoille schools and graduated in 1975. There he met his and married his high school sweetheart, Jackie Benavidez in May of 1977. Eldon was a proud and lifelong farmer of the LaMoille/Ohio area. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Ohio Illinois where he served on several different council positions. He was an avid bowler and member of the Hall of Fame in Princeton, Illinois. He served for several years as a trustee for the LaMoille Fire and Ambulance Departments.
He enjoyed going fishing and watching the Chicago Bears play. He also went on several long Harley trips with his wife. Eldon never had an unkind word to say to anyone. He was a friend to all and would help anyone in need. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a quiet and kind soul that left us too soon and will be missed by many friends and family.
Memorials may be directed to the LaMoille Fire and Ambulance Services or the Arukah Institute of Healing, Inc. Online condolences may be left at www.merrittfh.com

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Published by News Tribune on Nov. 16, 2023.

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Cynthia Kreiser

November 19, 2023

Dear Jackie & Family: So sorry for your earthly loss of Eldon. My new prayers for your comfort will be added to my continuing prayers for your loss of Lily & Lucy. Sincere sympathy from Cyndy Kreiser (mother of twins)

Gary Christensen

November 16, 2023

We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to all of Eldon's family and friends. Such a great loss of a truly kind person. I always enjoyed getting a chance to visit with him at Ohio Grain. I count myself lucky to have known him.

Jeff & Nancy Bland

November 15, 2023

My wife and I met Eldon and Jackie by chance - hanging out at Crown Lanes Bowling alley in Princeton. They were looking for a couple to join them on a Sunday night bowling league and being new to the sport we agreed to bowl with them. And we bowled with them for the following 4 years (if memory serves me). Eldon and Jackie are the salt of the earth and 2 of nicest people you would want to spend time with. Kind, giving, and caring couple. Our deepest sympathy, thought, and prayers to all of Eldon's family and to Jackie we are so sorry for your loss. Rest easy "Big Dawg". The world is a little less bright without you.

Bonnie Anders

November 15, 2023

Eldon was a wonderful man who I considered to be a friend. Always willing to help. My prayers go out to his wife, (my friend) Jackie, his son Ryan, his son Scott and his daughter Renea. His grandchildren Pierce and Louis as well as his mom Ruth, and his siblings. There will never be another Eldon. Gone way too soon, I'm sure he is farming in Heaven.

Maurice and Sue Zimmmerlein

November 14, 2023

We grew up in a farming neighborhood where all the boys were about the same age. As youngsters we played together, rode bikes in the summers. Our dads exchanged farm work and families socialized often. As kids we stayed overnight as each others homes.
Into high school we grew apart as interests changed and Eldon met the love of his life. He followed previous generations by taking over the family farm and worked hard to provide for his family until his retirement.
Rest in peace, Eldon, in God’s hands.
Our condolences to the family

Diane Stremlau

November 14, 2023

May your family find the strength and faith to begin this journey none of us choose to make. The love and respect expressed throughout the years by Eldon and Jackie has been inspirational . Remember the beginning of their married life, the excitement of creating a beautiful family and their deep love and devotion for their grandchildren. Jackie, I feel your heartbreak but know you realize Eldon is in God's gentle, loving hands. Please know you are never alone and always loved. Peace to you and your beautiful family.
Ms. Diane S.

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